Assistant Professor of Sociology

UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING

The Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology invites applications for one (1) tenure track position starting Fall Semester, 2025. This position will be hired at the Assistant Professor rank with a preferred specialization in sociology of education and/or the sociology of family, though other areas including racial/ethnic inequality and rural sociology will be considered. The teaching load for this position is five courses per academic year with course reduction possible.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Sociology at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated record of – or potential for – peer-reviewed publications. Demonstrated teaching experience in sociology at the college and/or university level.

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in the areas of sociology of education and/or sociology of the family (other areas, with specific preference for areas such as race/ethnic relations and rural sociology, will be considered). Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain an active research agenda leading to peer reviewed publications. Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college and/or university level. Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to the delivery of our undergraduate program with traditional classroom instruction and online education. Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate advising and service. Potential for grant activity.

Application Process: Qualified individuals should submit:

1) A vita that thoroughly covers academic and professional work history;

2) A cover letter that addresses the applicant’s:

• Interest in – and qualifications for – the position,
• Ability to develop and maintain an active research agenda that will lead to peer reviewed publications and potential for grant activity,
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college and/or university level,
• Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to the delivery of the Sociology undergraduate program (traditional classroom instruction as well as online education),
• Commitment to undergraduate advising and service.

3) Contact information for three references, who may be consulted regarding the applicant’s qualifications and suitability for this position.

4) Teaching evaluations from your three most recent classes, or a summary of your teaching evaluations.

The job number is #241956. Applicants must submit their materials to: https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/241956/?utm_medium=jobshare

Questions about the search should be directed to Dr. Jamie Snyder at jsnyde29@uwyo.edu. Review of applications will begin October 1, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Hiring Statement:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

We conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment.  Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of the background check.

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The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. Wyoming is investing in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach.

The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and is a cultural center for the state. Located on a high plain between the Laramie and Snowy Range mountain ranges, Laramie has more than 300 days of sunshine a year and is near year-round outdoor activities that include skiing, hiking, camping, bicycling, fishing and climbing. 

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